Safety Summary Protect your head Wear a helmet See and be seen Wear bright fluorescent colors during the day Avoid biking at night If riding at night, equip your bicycle with head and tail lights and wear reflective clothing Stay alert Keep a lookout for obstacles in your path Go with the flow Ride with traffic Check for traffic Be aware of traffic around you Learn the rules of the road Obey traffic laws Assure bicycle readiness Is your bicycle properly adjusted? Check brakes before riding your bike Check your wheels "Quick release" wheels should be securely fastened